Portugal & Spain

City of Lisbon

Lisbon, a city steeped in Catholic history and tradition, stands as a testament to the enduring faith of Portugal. With roots tracing back to Phoenician settlers around 1200 BC, Lisbon’s story is intertwined with the spread of Christianity throughout the Iberian Peninsula. However, it was during the 1500s that Lisbon emerged as much a force

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Shrine of Fatima

On May 13, 1917, the image of the Virgin Mary appeared here to three shepherd children, Francisco and Jacinta Marto and Lucia dos Santos. The apparition asked the three children to pray for world peace. On October 13, 1917, the Lady appeared before the children and announced she was Our Lady of Rosary and is

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A Spiritual & Cultural Journey to Portugal and Spain

Come on an Iberian journey inspired by devotion to Our Lady of Mount Carmel.

From the earliest days of the Church, pilgrimages have been an important part of the spiritual life. They lead us to sites sacred to our faith and inspire us with the lives of the saints associated with them. I am inviting you to join us on a pilgrimage to Portugal,Gibraltar, and Spain in honor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel.

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